Percy is gone on a quest. Again. He said that we would spend time sparing before summer ended. It was a lie, because summer ended in a month. That stupid smile of his appeared in my mind sparking new hope Percy would keep his promise.
The walls and ceiling grew darker with every passing thought of Percy. I knew very well I felt something for him , but I was not ready to admit to myself that I might be in love. The blessing of love never fell upon me. Watching Percy and Annabeth walking around camp like they happy couple they are.
Percy caused me so much pain and suffering, I could hardly handle it. I could barely find any strength to get up while he was around , and none at all when he wasn't. I really didn't have any good reason to be at camp beside seeing Percy .
Getting up to go for a walk, I couldn't get Percy out of my head. The way he smiled happily. The way he walked confidently. The way his eyes shimmered, and just the way he was. Subconsciously, I walked to the spot by the lake I watch Percy . The water was calm as the waves rolled in and out like breathes. Nothing eased my pain.
Off in the distance, I could hear the camp fire sing-along. Every one seemed so happy at camp Like it was the best place in the world, but to me it's cold and lonely. Being the son of Hades I am not " loved" by many . Beside Percy I had no friends, but I don't want any friends beside Percy.
After all the shit I been through Percy stayed beside me, Percy believed in me, Percy never gave up on me, and he accepted me . I was glade he did , it also angered me because I wanted to be more than friends, Percy didn't. I am just a little kid to him.
The sing-along ended and I walked towards the woods. The problems of the day slipped away being replaced on training. My mind became relaxed. The world seemed to calm down as well. Nothing bothered me. I shadow traveled all over the woods till I was almost asleep on my feet. There were no nightmares of rejection just blackness.
I stayed in my cabin most of the time trying to convince myself that I wasn't in love with Percy. He would never love me back. To him I am just a kid, a camper, a no body.
Weeks passed as I trained by my self. Nothing interesting happened until Percy came back. He was victorious, as always. Something was wrong between Percy and Annabeth. They were tense around each other and they exchanged glares. Percy and Annabeth were fighting. I watch them as they headed to the Big House.
I couldn't believe that the camp's best couple were fighting! Others started to gossip, and the daughters of Aphrodite were already fighting over who got to date Percy next. It seemed like Percy's and Annabeth's fate was inevitable.
Annabeth came running outs crying. It finally happened. They ended it. I never imagined this could or would happen. Trying not to get my hopes up I stayed hidden in the shadows waiting for Percy to come out. When Percy came out of the Big House, he didn't seem all that upset at breaking Annabeths heart. His confident walk did not change as he strolled back to his cabin. How could Percy not be upset about this? I wondered closer to his cabin and soon I heard soft sobs. Snickering to myself I left him so he could recover.
The camp was alive with gossip it filled every ones mouths. The kids were like pigs in search for truffles. It's disgusting I felt down right sick. Hades taught me a great deal about human nature and how they seemed to feed on others misfortune and even how half bloods are not above it.
"They should feel ashamed for taking pleasure in their friends pain." I stayed in my cabin till dinner. Every one acted normal, well except for the Athena table. They were still comforting Annabeth and they sent death glares at Percy. At the campfire he same thing happened. I was not looking forward to capture the flag tomorrow, and then again I never do. I still haven't made an alliance with anyone.
At that moment I saw Annabeth and some of her siblings get up and walk my way. Cazzo, Annabeth looked pissed as she walked up to me then her look softened.
"Nico, honey, you will fight with us tomorrow… Right?" Her voice was sickly sweet like she was trying to sound loving. Before I could answer Percy came running over with some kids from Is newly formed Ares alliance.
"Nico will fight with us Annabeth, isn't that right bud?" I had a feeling this fight wasn't about teams or me. Carefully I thought who I would go with.
"I will make an alliance with… Percy. Sorry Annabeth." I could see her face become covered in misery. She was so angry she started to swear and threaten me. This is why I hate capture the flag. I have to pick sides. Luckily for me Chiron showed up just in time to break up the fight.
When he asked what was wrong, Annabeth flew off the handle about me being on Percy's team was unfair.
"With Nico's shadow travel ability it would be to easy for him to get the flag and with Percy's curse its already unfair. You can't have both children of the big three on the same team." Chiron sighed knowing Annabeth had a point.
"Nico, it's your choice who you make an alliance with." Chiron stated calmly. I thought about it. I didn't want to fight with Annabeth, but if she didn't get her way I would be her personal target, a chance to fight along side Percy, to impress him. How could I give that up?
"I would rather fight with Percy."
"It has been decided then. Now it's time for bed." Chiron trotted off.
Annabeth gave me a glare letting me know I would see my father before the end of summer. Percy headed off to his cabin without another word or glance at me. That only proved it was an ex's fight, I meant nothing to him. Slowly I walked back to my cabin.
The bright light from the laptop lit the room as I turned on a game to play. A message popped up from my dad making sure everything was going ok. I told him what was going on at camp and he understood. After the chat was over because I fell asleep I felt a little bit better after telling someone.
The next evening everyone suited up and went over the plans for capture the flag. I was forced to use a normal camp sword because mine was too dangerous, but I perked up when I found out Percy was my cover to get the flag. The plan was simple, after finding the location of the flag Percy and I would be informed and we would shadow travel to the flag and travel back. Piece of cake, right? Wrong.
When we got to the flag Annabeth was there waiting. Without hesitation, Percy and Annabeth engaged each other in battle. Their blades clashed and sparks of anger flew. Hurt hearts fueled this fight. Not a word was spoken as they hacked away at each other. Blood and sweat dripped off of Percy and Annabeth as their blades slapped each other.
The flag was left unguarded but it didn't seem like Annabeth cared she was focused on Percy. I snatched the flag and called out to Percy but he did not respond. We needed to cross the boundary line before Annabeth's backup came.
I could have taken the flag back myself but that would be too easy. Instead of doing something easy I did something stupid. When Percy didn't respond I grabbed his arm and pulled him out of the way. Next I felt cold metal graze over my back. Annabeth gasped as Percy and I vanished.
We were greeted with cheers as the flag changed to the Helm of Darkness. I don't remember much of the celebration just something warm dripping down my back. Next thing I knew it was black and something warm was wrapped around me. I tried to wake but I couldn't.
Pain started to slowly seep in through my back. The pain became unbearable and I couldn't rest. I opened my eyes and took in my surrounding to find I was face first in a pillow. Slowly, I turned my head to the side and found myself in the infirmary.
The sun had come up already. The rays warmed my skin. The warmth felt different from what I was used to. I jumped when I felt something cold rub across my back.
"Nico, you're awake. How are you feeling?" I blinked my eyes in disbelief. That sounded like Percy, and he sounded worried.
Slowly, I felt hands rubbing the cold cream on my back. Percy was rubbing my back? Percy was touching me? I couldn't believe it.
My cheeks reddened at his cool touch. Percy's hand glided across my back. It was an understatement to say I enjoyed it.
Percy's hands were strong and firm as they rubbed the cream in. It was sooo relaxing. I froze when Percy's hands slipped below my waistline. He continued to rub. With every passing stroke my face grew hotter and redder.
"Percy, what are you doing?" My voice gave away the fact that I was enjoying him rubbing my bum.